Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound
Mustelus lenticulatus
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 0–860 m
- Max size: 1.3 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A smooth hound shark of coastal shelves that hunts crabs and other crustaceans close inshore, it travels far, with one tagged female covering well over a thousand kilometres. It bears live young, schools by size and sex, and is taken fresh for food.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Triakidae › Mustelus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271388.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound live?
- The Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound (Mustelus lenticulatus) is typically found at 0–860 m.
- Is the Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound get?
- The Spotted Estuary Smooth-Hound grows to about 1.3 m.